What is a reduced pressure backflow preventer?

It is commonly known as an RPZ valve or a backflow preventer. RPZ is an acronym for a reduced pressure zone. It is a type of backflow prevention device used to protect water supplies from contamination in Villa Grove, IL.

Are Zurn and Wilkins the same?

Zurn acquired Wilkins in 1972. Now, our Zurn Wilkins product line covers fire protection, connected products, and every valve and backflow preventer in between.

How do you test a Zurn backflow preventer?

Slowly open the inlet shut-off valve un- til the backflow preventer is completely pressurized. A brief discharge from the relief valve may occur while the device is pressurizing. The discharge should cease by the time the shut-off valve is fully open. Device should function properly.

What is the difference between a double check valve and a backflow preventer?

Backflow Preventer vs Check Valve: Clear Comparison A backflow preventer is used in high-risk scenarios and is designed to fully protect potable water with its fail-safe design, whereas a check valve is used in low-risk situations and stops backward water flow but lacks the same fail-safe components.

What nationality is Zurn?

German
German (Zürn) : nickname for an irascible man, from Middle High German zurn ‘angry’.

Who is Zurn owned by?

RBS Global, Inc., the parent company of Rexnord Corp., announced Wednesday that it has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of Apollo Management, L.P. to acquire the plumbing products business Zurn of Jacuzzi Brands, Inc. The deal is said to be worth approximately $950 million.

Can a backflow preventer get clogged?

A preventer can provide years of service without any problem, but if either of the two check valves inside the device becomes clogged with debris or a mineral buildup, it spits water into an open-ended vertical pipe.

Can a backflow preventer fail?

When the backflow preventer fails to meet this minimum standard, the backflow preventer must be repaired or if necessary, replaced. These minimum standards are set at a level that as the backflow prevention assembly begins to deteriorate in its performance, it can still prevent backflow.